How to get fromGalway to Aran Islandsby bus, ferry, or taxi

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There are 2 ways to get from Galway to Aran Islands by bus, ferry, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Eyre Square to Doolin Pierbus 351
2. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry
3h 35m
Taxi, ferry
1. Take the taxi from Galway to Doolintaxi
2. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry
1h 38m

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Distance: 99.2 km
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and Aran Islands, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Galway to Aran Islands. However, you can take the bus to Doolin Pier, walk to Doolin, then take the ferry to Inis Oírr. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Doolin then take the ferry to Inis Oírr.

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